Ariana Grande tour: London O2 Arena DENIES gig has been cancelled after Manchester terror
ARIANA GRANDE’S tour dates at London’s O2 Arena are still up in the air, the venue has confirmed - contrary to reports that they have been called off.
Ariana Grande's O2 Arena shows have not been officially cancelled
Following their assurance last night that they were still talking to the US star’s promoters, venue bosses have now denied media reports that the gigs have been “officially postponed or cancelled” in light of the Manchester terror attack at her show on Monday.
Writing on Facebook this morning, they clarified: “Thanks to everyone who has been in touch. We understand and appreciate you are waiting for information as to whether the shows are going ahead on Thursday and Friday at The O2.
“We’re still in contact with the tour promoters regarding a final decision. As yet the tour is not officially postponed or cancelled, despite media reports.
“We promise that as soon as we have clear information we’ll let everyone know.”
O2 Arena bosses updated fans
She was performing at the Manchester Arena on Monday night
We promise that as soon as we have clear information we’ll let everyone know
They added: “Thank you again for bearing with us in what is a difficult time for all involved.”
Grande is, however, thought to have flown home to Florida - and it’s unknown whether or not she’ll jet back for her next gigs.
A source told People: “It’s so, so sad. She loves her fans and is absolutely crushed and devastated as you can imagine.
“She can’t believe this happened. She just wants to be with her family and loved ones right now.”
Ariana Grande performs One Last Time at Manchester Arena
Security measures around the UK have been heightened in light of the incident, with the UK’s official terror threat level being raised to highest: Critical.
Bosses at Radio 1’s Big Weekend, scheduled to take place in Hull this weekend, have responded to speculation that the event could be cancelled.
Ariana was performing at Manchester Arena on Monday night when a suicide bomber took at least 22 lives.